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GX55 JUY

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,741 mi
Last recorded67,741 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 JUY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 67,741 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 66,496 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 66,496 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 65,286 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 64,697 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 62,007 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 62,007 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 56,979 miles

main beam aim low

Pass 25 Feb 2016 54,781 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 53,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 53,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 50,147 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 47,525 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 43,778 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 38,784 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 32,652 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 32,640 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 24,377 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12X Ulysses?

Based on 1,915 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Horn not working 6
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GX55 JUY is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,582 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Buell XB12X Ulysses fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 JUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12X Ulysses typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12X Ulysses is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX55 JUY registered?

GX55 JUY is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 19 November 2005.

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